Childrens Advanced Social Worker

TN United Kingdom; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Children's Advanced Social Worker to join their Liverpool team. In this vital role, you will safeguard and achieve positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. Your responsibilities will include managing complex caseloads, conducting thorough assessments, and collaborating with families and partner agencies. This position offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children while working within a supportive framework. If you are passionate about child welfare and have the necessary qualifications, this is the perfect opportunity for you to advance your career.

Qualifications

• Social Work degree or equivalent qualification required.
• Registered with Social Work England or due to register within 5 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex caseloads and make informed decisions for children's welfare.
• Conduct assessments and support vulnerable children and families.
• Prepare reports for child protection and legal proceedings.

Skills

Knowledge of children’s legislation

Knowledge of assessment frameworks

Understanding of child development

Knowledge of statutory child protection processes

Ability to conduct needs-led assessments

Effective verbal communication skills

Ability to work in partnership with families

Effective teamwork skills

Proficiency in information technology

Education

Social Work degree or equivalent

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Job Title: Children's Advanced Social Worker, Liverpool

Client:

5 Star Recruitment

Location:

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Reference:

3c44208392b6

Job Views:

3

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Purpose

To carry out statutory duties and responsibilities to safeguard and achieve good outcomes for vulnerable children and young people in Liverpool.

Main Areas of Responsibility:

1. Manage a complex and varied caseload with appropriate supervision, guidance, and support, in accordance with policies, procedures, statutory guidance, and legislation.
2. Make complex decisions regarding cases, using professional judgment, evidence-based tools, critical reflection, and analysis to inform decisions. Assess risks and needs, prioritizing the safety and welfare of children.
3. Undertake work within the Public Law Outline framework, including pre-proceedings, court statement preparation, and presenting evidence at court.
4. Conduct parenting assessments using best practice tools and support others in developing these skills.
5. Apply a range of social work interventions with children, young people, and families to reduce risks and promote positive outcomes.
6. Deliver protective and supportive services for vulnerable children.
7. Complete thorough assessments, analyzing risks and needs to inform care plans.
8. Involve children, young people, and families in assessments and care planning, respecting their views, wishes, and feelings.
9. Update assessments and care plans regularly to reflect current needs.
10. Prepare accurate reports for various purposes, including child protection conferences, care planning, reviews, and legal proceedings, within set timescales.
11. Share reports timely with parents, carers, and children, considering their understanding levels.
12. Conduct statutory visits within required timescales and document them accurately and promptly.
13. Maintain accurate, sensitive, and up-to-date records on all cases.
14. Ensure children achieve permanence through effective care planning and timely task completion.
15. Support young people's transition to adulthood through effective planning involving relevant services and agencies.
16. Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, taking on the role of Chair as needed.
17. Undertake Achieving Best Evidence interviews as required.
18. Engage in direct work with children, young people, and their families.
19. Build effective relationships with children, families, and partner agencies to elicit needs and promote participation in decision-making. Practice inclusively, respecting identity and diversity, and challenge concerns.
20. Obtain regular supervision to ensure effective, reflective practice.
21. Participate in annual appraisals and reviews, identifying improvement areas and engaging in learning opportunities.
22. Prioritize tasks effectively through good time management.
23. Communicate honestly and clearly, ensuring understanding among all involved parties, and adhere to confidentiality, data protection, and information-sharing protocols.

Person Specification:

• Social Work degree or equivalent qualification, or due to receive qualification within 5 months of application (A)
• Registered with Social Work England or due to register within 5 months of application (A)

Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of children’s legislation, statutory guidance, policies, and procedures (A/I)
• Knowledge of assessment frameworks and planning tools (A/I)
• Understanding of child development (A)
• Knowledge of statutory child protection and looked after children processes (A/I)
• Ability to conduct needs-led assessments with critical reflection and analysis (A/I)
• Understanding of being and acting as a corporate parent, aligned with Corporate Parenting Principles (I)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting information clearly in meetings/panels (I)
• Ability to undertake direct work with children, young people, and carers (A/I)
• Ability to work effectively in partnership with children, families, and agencies (A/I)
• Effective teamwork skills (A)
• Proficiency in information technology, including agile working, for efficient practice and record-keeping (A)